Hey there, fellow homesteader’s! As the days grow shorter and the winter chill sets in, it’s time to prepare for the unique challenges and opportunities that this season brings to your homestead. In this comprehensive guide, aptly titled “Winter Homesteading Guide,” we’re diving deep into how you can make the most of winter on your …
Living off the grid represents a lifestyle where you rely on your own resources to fulfill your basic needs, such as food, water, shelter, warmth, and electricity. It means disconnecting from the traditional power grid and embracing self-sufficiency. Whether you’re preparing for potential SHTF (Sh*t Hits The Fan) scenarios or simply seeking a more sustainable …
So you’re a first year newbie and you have decided to learn how to be self-sufficient in an apartment. Good for you! You’ve taken the first step and decided you want to start a homestead so you can live a more self-sustainable lifestyle. You may be thinking it would be cool if you started to …
Disclaimer: I received a box of the Eco Nuts(R) for free in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own. Yes, you can grow your own laundry detergent – and the even better news is until your tree is large enough to produce, you can buy soap nuts or Eco Nuts(R). Eco Nuts(R) …
Welcome to the behind the scenes survival diary October 23 edition. While I don’t write a new survival diary daily as I should, I do use this space to help keep you updated on some of the events that are happening on our homestead. This is a much more personal space to me than most …
There are a number of self sustainable living ideas that incorporate animals. Some of these animals can be raised in town without any issues and others require land to raise them right. The first step is to know what your local ordinances are, then choose the animals you wish to raise. There are many ways …
The seven ways below are a great way to start on the path to a self sustaining homestead. While some of these ideas do require that you live in the county and are able to have livestock, you can start learning many of these skills even if you live in an apartment. For example, try …